Veteran batsman Peter Moor announced his retirement from international cricket. The 34-year-old left a special legacy with appearances for Zimbabwe and Ireland at the international level, becoming part of an elite group of only 17 players to have appeared for two nations in international cricket. Moor’s final appearance came in a one-off Test against Zimbabwe earlier in 2025, ironically, against the nation where his career first began.
From Harare to Dublin: Peter Moor’s Journey Across Nations
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Peter Moor, who was born in Harare, Zimbabwe, began his international experience in Zimbabwe when he made his ODI debut in 2014 against Bangladesh. He subsequently played all three formats in Zimbabwe before qualifying to play for Ireland through his Irish grandmother.
He played his Test debut for Ireland in 2023, and while his performances were modest, he added important experience to an emerging Ireland side.
Peter Moor’s Stats and Career Highlights
For Zimbabwe (2014-2019)
ODIs: 49 matches, 827 runs, 4 half-centuries, average of 20.67
T20Is: 21 matches, 364 runs, average of 24.26, top score: 92*
Tests: 8 matches, 5 half-centuries
For Ireland (2023-2025)
Tests: 7 matches, 1 half-century
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Best innings: 79 versus Zimbabwe in Belfast (July 2024)
His final Test match innings was against his previous team, Zimbabwe, with 4 and 30 in February 2025.
A Dream Unfulfilled: No World Cup for Peter Moor
Although he dreamed of it, Peter Moor never had the opportunity to play in the World Cup. In a 2023 interview with ESPNcricinfo, Moor had mentioned that he wanted to be involved in a global tournament with Ireland:
“I still think I’ve got three or four years of decent cricket in me at the highest level. Despite missing out on a couple of World Cups with Zimbabwe, I hope to play for Ireland at the next one.”
Sadly, that aspiration was never fulfilled as he left with no World Cup appearance for either team.
Final Match: A Suitable Conclusion in Domestic Cricket
Peter Moor’s final competitive outing was on July 10, 2025, in a local Inter-Provincial T20 Trophy encounter between North-West Warriors and Munster Reds. Moor thrashed 35 from 16 deliveries, with two fours and three sixes, as he contributed heavily towards his side’s overwhelming 100-run win.
That game was historic in another sense, too. Curtis Campher set a record by taking five wickets in five balls, stealing the spotlight for Moor’s last stand but still serving as a notable conclusion to his career.
What’s Next for Peter Moor?
Although Peter Moor has retired from international cricket, he will likely remain active in domestic and franchise T20 leagues. With his experience and versatility, he is a great resource for teams all over the world.
Legacy of Peter Moor: A Cricketer Who Bridged Two Worlds
Peter Moor’s cricketing legacy is shaped by resilience, adaptability, and the remarkable good fortune to represent two countries. Although he never represented a World Cup stage, his contributions to Zimbabwean and Irish cricket will be seen as a representation of international cricket moving to a new identity.
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